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Scott Bessent is using moves from his hedge fund days to prop up Japan’s yen—and America’s $40 trillion national debt

The man who once shorted currencies is now propping them up. “He takes risks that other Treasury secretaries over the past two generations wouldn’t.”

By Mia OsmonbekovAugust 4, 2026

Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for August 2026

Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for August 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026

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Bessent’s Yen gamble is a warning sign — buckle up

By Steve H. Hanke and Roger KopplAugust 4, 2026

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference at Federal Reserve Headquarters on July 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Kevin Warsh told Wall Street he’d be sharing less—Goldman Sachs fears a void of Fed facts will only amplify misinformation and instability

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026

What’s a good rate on a private student loan?

What’s a good rate on a private student loan?

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026

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‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency

By Joshua HongAugust 4, 2026

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Why a measly 100,000 job openings is normal for the Trump economy

June openings fell to 7.36 million, but immigration curbs and retirements may have pushed the break-even hiring rate close to zero.

By Paul Wiseman and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026

JPMorgan Chase, Accenture and others are teaming up on a new venture to standardize how AI token use is measured

J.R. Storment, executive director of the Tokenomics Foundation, explains what finance chiefs should ask their tech counterparts before setting a budget for AI tokens.

By Sheryl EstradaAugust 4, 2026

McDonald’s U.S. sales growth stalls to 0.8% as gas prices bite

A year after its Minecraft meal drove a 2.5% sales jump, McDonald’s names a new U.S. chief amid a cautious-consumer slowdown,

By Michelle Chapman and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026

Trump called his own housing bill a ‘yawn.’ Now he’s heading for a west coast tour with a 32% approval rating on the economy

As Trump tours LA and Las Vegas to sell tax cuts, Newsom fires back over the $7.25 federal minimum wage.

By Darlene Superville and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026

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Capital One had 300 Trump accounts — then its money-laundering team stepped in

Bank filing says a months-long AML (anti-money-laundering) review, not politics, ended Trump’s accounts.

By Ken Sweet and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026

A forgotten Swedish economist’s 130-year-old theory explains why investors won’t quit funding America’s near-$40 trillion pile of debt

“To oversimplify: You could argue that U.S. deficits are, in effect, being increasingly funded by its tech sector.”

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026

Top CD rates from major banks on August 4, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026

Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Aug. 4, 2026

Some high-yield savings accounts are still offering rates around 5%. Check out our ranking of the highest savings account rates available today.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026

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Current price of gold as of August 4, 2026

Current price of gold as of August 4, 2026

Trends in gold prices could indicate whether the asset can protect against inflation. Here’s a look at how the precious metal is doing today.

By Danny BakstAugust 4, 2026

Top CD rates today, Aug. 4, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.50%

CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026

Current price of Ethereum for August 4, 2026

Ethereum isn’t just digital money; it’s a decentralized computing platform, meaning users can build and run apps on it without oversight of a company or bank.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026

Current price of Bitcoin for August 4, 2026

Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and remains the most popular crypto coin on the market.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026

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Exclusive: Dinari, founded by Stripe and Apple alums, partners with Circle to offer tokenized stocks to U.S. investors

The launch features 724 tokenized equities, including the entire S&P 500, marking the largest catalog of digital shares currently available.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 4, 2026

Global shares rally, oil rebounds as Iran war de-escalation, yen intervention worries ease

European and Asian indexes rose Tuesday and oil rebounded as investors weighed the U.S.-Japan yen intervention and Trump’s Iran strike delay.

By The Associated Press and Yuri KageyamaAugust 4, 2026

HappyRobot is worth $1.2 billion. Its founder says it’s just ‘getting started’

The AI agent startup just raised $150 million after growing revenue more than 5x and landing customers that have expanded contracts by as much as 10x.

By Lily Mae LazarusAugust 4, 2026

Toyota sold fewer cars but nearly doubled profit on cheap yen

A weak yen added $2.2 billion to Toyota’s quarterly profit even as vehicle sales dipped; full-year profit is still forecast to fall.

By Yuri Kageyama and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026

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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 2026

Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026

Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, August 4, 2026

By staying on top of home equity loan and HELOC interest rates, you’ll recognize when it’s a good time to apply for these comparatively cheap borrowing options.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026

Mortgage rates today, Aug. 4, 2026

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026

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Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock?

Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock?

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026

Current price of oil as of August 4, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026

The Danube is running dry, and Europe’s power grid is suffering as a result

Record-low water levels are forcing nuclear and hydropower plants to curb output as governments urge electricity conservation.

By Justin Spike and The Associated PressAugust 3, 2026

As confusion reigns over Hormuz talks, Fortune gets exclusive access to a UN-backed plan to reopen the strait

The Strait of Hormuz is the key battleground in the U.S.-Iran war, with vital ship traffic all but halted in recent months. There is a project to break the impasse.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026

Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping

Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping

The new service makes it easier for consumers to equip AI agents with tools that let them spend and identity themselves to merchants’ agents.

By Jeff John RobertsAugust 4, 2026

OpenAI’s Greg Brockman gave $5.5 million to protect the home of an internet-famous bald eagle named Jackie

As the internet-famous eagle fought for her life in intensive care, the Brockmans’ donation closed a $10 million fundraiser with days to spare.

By Sydney LakeAugust 4, 2026

Bitcoin owners rocked by $116 million hack: What we know about the Coldcard exploit

The hack, which has drained 1,816 Bitcoin across 5,200 addresses, is devastating because it affected hyper-secure cold storage wallets.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026

Kalshi CEO clashes with disgraced former Congressman George Santos in latest prediction market controversy

Santos was ordered to pay $35,000 after the CFTC found he had manipulated Kalshi contracts tied to his State of the Union attendance.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026

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SpaceX revenue surges to $7.8 billion, blowing past Wall Street expectations by nearly $1 billion

By Amanda GerutAugust 4, 2026

New York Attorney General Letitia James looks to her right at a news conference.

20 states and DC sue as Trump moves to share low-income families’ data with immigration authorities

By The Associated Press and Anthony IzaguirreAugust 4, 2026

US President Donald Trump speaks about the conflict in Iran in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House.

Trump claims he’s talking with Iran as they hold talks with other nations

By The Associated Press, Samy Magdy, Elena Becatoros and Josh BoakAugust 4, 2026

OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around computers, clicking and typing is a ‘phase’

OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around computers, clicking and typing is a ‘phase’

By Emily ForliniAugust 4, 2026

McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market

McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market

By Phil WahbaAugust 4, 2026

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OpenAI fires back at Apple, publishing private emails to counter trade-secret claims

By Beatrice NolanAugust 4, 2026

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‘I’m mortified’: YouTube star Hank Green apologizes for ChatGPT overuse after fans accuse him of including a prompt by mistake

By Sasha RogelbergAugust 4, 2026

Fidji Simo had to leave OpenAI. But she’s still building a business that could find cures to chronic diseases that affect women like her

Fidji Simo had to leave OpenAI. But she’s still building a business that could find cures to chronic diseases that affect women like her

By Emma HinchliffeAugust 4, 2026

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Exclusive: Omni raises $120 million to fix one of AI’s biggest enterprise data problems

By Lily Mae LazarusApril 23, 2026

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By Danny BakstApril 22, 2026

Uber riders complain they were charged more for paying with Amex cards—one viral video shows a $13 difference

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Uber riders complain they were charged more for paying with Amex cards—one viral video shows a $13 difference

By Catherina GioinoApril 23, 2026

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The starter home is dying. Better.com’s CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it

By Jake AngeloApril 23, 2026

Current ARM mortgage rates report for April 23, 2026

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Current ARM mortgage rates report for April 23, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganApril 23, 2026

Current refi mortgage rates report for April 23, 2026

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Current refi mortgage rates report for April 23, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganApril 23, 2026

Mortgage rates, April 23, 2026

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Mortgage rates, April 23, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganApril 23, 2026

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Current price of oil as of April 22, 2026
By Joseph HostetlerApril 22, 2026

How Spirit Airlines’ business model collapsed

How Spirit Airlines’ business model collapsed

By Shawn TullyApril 23, 2026

‘I think it’s a mistake’: Delta CEO Ed Bastian refuses to call it ‘artificial intelligence’ because it scares people

‘I think it’s a mistake’: Delta CEO Ed Bastian refuses to call it ‘artificial intelligence’ because it scares people

By Nick LichtenbergApril 22, 2026

Jay Leno hypes up Burbank Airport bond sale to muni investors

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Jay Leno hypes up Burbank Airport bond sale to muni investors

By Aashna Shah and BloombergApril 22, 2026

GOP senator blocking Warsh makes his stand on market stability

GOP senator blocking Warsh makes his stand on market stability

By Steven T. Dennis and BloombergApril 22, 2026

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Officials will flush 50,000 toilets to flood a Utah lake in order to generate electricity

By Mead Gruver, Dorany Pineda and The Associated PressApril 22, 2026

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‘An investment thesis is not a religion’: $44 billion CIO warns you need to figure out how you might lose money, not just make it
By Nick LichtenbergApril 22, 2026

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The Kansas City Royals are betting $3B on downtown in partnership with Hallmark

By Dave Skretta and The Associated PressApril 22, 2026

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Record numbers of kids are enrolling in state-funded preschool as Trump pushes states to cover costs amid federal funding for wars

By The Associated Press and Moriah BalingitApril 22, 2026

How does the Fed impact gold prices? What investors should know

How does the Fed impact gold prices? What investors should know

By Joseph HostetlerApril 22, 2026

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The Strait of Hormuz chaos is just a ‘dry run’ for if war breaks out between the U.S. and China, Singapore foreign minister says

By Sasha RogelbergApril 22, 2026

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Visa CMO: AI agents are your new customers — here’s how to sell to them

By Frank Cooper IIIApril 22, 2026

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The AI boom is single-handedly carrying the U.S. import market—and adding $200 billion to the trade deficit, Fed study finds

By Tristan BoveApril 22, 2026

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The Mythos meeting focused on the wrong AI risk to banks. Here’s the one nobody is talking about

By Shlomit WagmanApril 22, 2026

The internet isn’t just like real life, a top VC says—it is real life. For a16z, that’s not a philosophy, it’s an investment

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The internet isn’t just like real life, a top VC says—it is real life. For a16z, that’s not a philosophy, it’s an investment

By Nick LichtenbergApril 22, 2026

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$75 billion investment chief: Now is exactly the right time to double down in the Gulf

By Arjun RaghavanApril 22, 2026

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The AI economy runs on helium. The Iran war just created a $650 billion problem

By Nick LichtenbergApril 22, 2026

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Iran has Trump caught on the same math that Ukraine is using against Putin: $1 million missiles, $20,000 drones

By Aaron Brynildson and The ConversationApril 22, 2026

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says you won’t lose your job to AI—you’ll lose it to your coworker who uses it

By Jake AngeloApril 22, 2026

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The 10 best cities for college grads: Omaha ranks higher than New York and L.A. because Gen Z ‘actually have a shot at purchasing a house’ for under $300K

By Emma BurleighApril 22, 2026

Trump administration reportedly nears $500 million rescue deal for Spirit Airlines

Trump administration reportedly nears $500 million rescue deal for Spirit Airlines

By Catherina GioinoApril 22, 2026

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Meet the man who invents new potato varieties for your potato chips: 5 new variants in the last 15 years

By Dee-Ann Durbin, Mike Householder and The Associated PressApril 22, 2026

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Iran fires on 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz amid supposedly indefinite cease-fire

By Jon Gambrell, David Rising and The Associated PressApril 22, 2026

Top CD rates from major banks April 22, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

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Top CD rates from major banks on April 22, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

By Joseph HostetlerApril 22, 2026

Current price of Ethereum for April 22, 2026

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Current price of Ethereum for April 22, 2026

By Joseph HostetlerApril 22, 2026

Current price of Bitcoin for April 22, 2026

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Current price of Bitcoin for April 22, 2026

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